• Sat, February 1, 2025

by: news10nbc

Local high school students participate in hands-on surgery simulation

Twenty to thirty students from underrepresented backgrounds practiced simulated joint replacement surgery, bone fracture repair, and more taught by orthopaedic surgeons from URMC's Department of Orthopaedics.

by: cnbctv18

OpenAI launches o3-mini model in ChatGPT and API, expands access to free users

OpenAI has launched o3-mini, a faster and more accurate reasoning model, in ChatGPT and API services, expanding free access for users. With 24% faster responses, enhanced coding abilities, and web-linked answers,

by: MSN

Union Budget: 10,000 additional medical seats, 6,500 more in IITs in edu push

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced in the Union Budget 2025-26 plans for 6,500 new IIT seats, 10,000 medical seats, and AI education initiatives.
  • Sun, February 2, 2025

by: Tempo

List of 8 Museums in the World Opening This Year

Currently, many museums are built with different themes and diverse collections, also, there are eight museums that will open in 2025.

by: Oneindia

GATE Expected Cut Off 2025: What To Expect For Each Engineering Branch

GATE 2025 is a key exam for engineering graduates, determining eligibility for M.Tech, PSU recruitment, and doctoral programs. IIT Roorkee will announce the cut-off with results on March 19, 2025. Expected cut-offs vary by branch and depend on factors like exam difficulty,

by: legit

2,000 Schools Participate as National Mathematical Centre Conducts 22nd Edition of Maths Competition

Over 2,000 schools participated as the National Mathematical Centre on Saturday, February 1, conducted the 22nd edition of the annual mathematics competition.

by: WION

Stranded astronaut Sunita Williams reveals she has forgotten 'what it is like to walk'

Williams, in a video conference with classmates at Needham High School on Monday, said that she has been trying to remember what it's like to walk.

by: Graphic

Adam Mutawakilu appointed Acting Managing Director of Ghana Water Limited

The Ghana Water Limited (GWL) has announced the appointment of Adam Mutawakilu as its acting Managing Director, pending approval by the Board in consultation with the Public Services Commission.

by: WKRG

Multiple tremors near Greek island of Santorini shut schools and put residents on edge

A series of earthquakes near the Greek island of Santorini have led authorities to shut down schools, dispatch rescue teams with sniffer dogs and send instructions to

by: upnorthlive

Munson neurosurgeon uses new device to cut chronic pain for over 150 patients

Everyone has probably dealt with at least a little physical pain in their life.But fortunately, the number of peop

by: Vanguard

Nigeria Prizes open submissions for 2025 edition with spotlight on AI, Digital Innovation

Submissions are now open for the 2025 edition of the Nigeria LNG-sponsored The Nigeria Prize for Literature and The Nigeria Prize for Science.

by: Forbes

Vatican Releases 'Antiqua Et Nova' Essay On AI

In what most would consider a halcyon time for artificial intelligence, an anachronistic source has just added their two cents to the ethos around the AI revolution. The Vatican, on Jan. 28, released a significant broadside addressing the potential and risks of AI in a new high-tech world.

by: Couriermail

'City-killer': Scientists issue asteroid warning

A colossal explosion in the sky, unleashing energy hundreds of times greater than the Hiroshima bomb. A blinding flash nearly as bright as the Sun. Shockwaves are powerful enough to flatten everything for miles.

by: MSN

Former NASA crash investigator on how humans and tech work in aviation

Former NASA crash investigator Ken Christensen shares the most important questions to ask about the two latest plane crashes on 'Sunday Night in America.'

by: Indiatimes

Want to study Computer Science in the US? Here are the top 3 universities and their acceptance rates

Pursuing higher education, especially in Computer Science, offers vast career opportunities. Many students aim for top US universities known for their

by: WBOC

Delmarva Job Fair Highlights Local Opportunities for Hopeful Candidates

On Saturday, from 10:00am to 2:00pm, job seekers and employers were at the Delaware Technical Community College's William C. Jason Technology Center for the 2025 Delmarva Job Fair. The fair offered candidates the opportunity to speak with a large selection of local businesses from across Delmarva.

by: MSN

Southeast Asia looks to nuclear power to supercharge its energy transition

Southeast Asia looks to nuclear power to supercharge its energy transition - Most countries in fast-growing Southeast Asia are looking to develop nuclear energy in their quest for cleaner and more rel

by: Forbes

How Entrepreneurs Are Turning Longevity Into A Multi-Billion Opportunity

Explore how science, innovation, and consumer demand are transforming the pursuit of longevity, from groundbreaking research to personalized health solutions.

by: Forbes

10 Remote Jobs Paying $143,000+ Available Now: Full Time With Benefits

Full Time With Benefits. getty. With so many companies putting an end to remote work, you may be wondering where the remote jobs are

by: MSN

Splitting the atom: Why saying who was first is complex

In simple terms, that assertion is correct, but for those with an expertise in the field, the longer answer to who did it first is almost as complex as the science involved. After all, as particle physicist Dr Harry Cliff put it,

by: MSN

AI education: How students can use AI ethically

Classrooms worldwide will offer AI education sooner or later as artificial intelligence is in every device. Nowadays, we have AI that can summarize content, removing the need to focus on particular subjects.

by: MSN

'New sheriff in town': Parents 'overjoyed' with Trump's DEI crackdown, education group says

by: MSN

Data centres chase water, energy savings as AI race ramps up

Three data centres squatting alongside the cruise ships and freighters in French Mediterranean port Marseille are testing water-saving cooling methods by pumping out an old coal mine.

by: MSN

The new-collar revolution

Madhuri Kukreja spent two and a half years working at a financial services company as an entry level analyst. It was monotonous work. Besides, she was consumed by anxiety about artificial intelligence (AI) taking her job: the prevalent fear among workers worldwide.

by: MSN

Archaeologists say women in this 4,875-year-old tomb wore bead ceremonial garments

The beads were likely threaded into elaborate attire that would have shimmered in sunlight, allowing these women to emerge as powerful figures before the crowds.

by: MSN

GATE 2025 Question Paper: Answer keys, exam schedule and day 1 analysis - All you need to know

The GATE 2025 exam, organized by IIT Roorkee, began on February 1 and is currently underway, with the second day of exams being conducted today, February 2, 2025. As per the official schedule, GATE 2025 is being held in two shifts on February 2.

by: MSN

The Top 10 Entrepreneurs Shaping 2025: Visionaries Redefining Innovation and Impact

In an era where innovation and resilience define the future, a select group of trailblazing individuals is setting the standard for what it means to lead and inspire. Our Top 10 Must-Know Entrepreneurs of 2025 shines a spotlight on visionaries who are transforming industries,

by: MSN

Union Budget 2025: Boost To Private R&D, Medical & Higher Education Expansion And AI Centres Of Excellence Welcomed But Experts Warn Of Quality Concerns

The Union Budget 2025, presented by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Saturday, has placed a strong emphasis on private sector research and development (R&D), skill enhancement, and expanding higher education.

by: MSN

8 Climate Myths Debunked: What Science Really Says

Myth: "Climate Change is a Natural Cycle" Climate change skeptics often argue that our planet's climate goes through natural cycles and thus, current warming trends are nothing unusual. While it's true that Earth's climate has experienced natural fluctuation events like ice ages and interglacial periods,

by: MSN

The Antarctic History You Need to Know Before You Go

Discovered by the West not much more than 200 years ago, Antarctica's history is unique when compared to the six other continents—because its exploration, mapping, and "settlement" are all so relatively recent,

by: MSN

Alaska's "Polar Bear Lizard" Is The Tiny T-Rex Of The Ancient Arctic

A tyrannosaur that lived 70 million years ago in Alaska wasn't nearly as big as Tyrannosaurus rex, but it wasn't as small as originally thought.

by: MSN

With budget boost, IIT Patna plans tech park, hostel expansion, faculty hiring

This announcement follows finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman's Union budget proposal on Saturday, which outlined plans to expand IIT Patna and develop additional infrastructure

by: MSN

Straight Talk: BBB gives 9 ways to avoid falling for a cyberattack

The possibility of a cyberattack by a foreign country or domestic group has gone from being the stuff of science fiction to a common threat that is often reported in the news. While it may seem as though there is nothing an individual can do to stop a cyberattack,

by: MSN

Budget 2025: Rs 100 crore National Geospatial Mission to boost infrastructure mapping, modernise land records

Sitharaman says this mission is in line with the BJP government's vision to improve governance and service delivery through technology.

by: MSN

'Why India missed its DeepSeek moment?': Former IIT Delhi director asks AI for ways to fill gaps

India's IT prowess is unquestionable, yet it lags in deep-tech innovation, according to V. Ramgopal Rao. Despite a vast talent pool, India hasn't matched China's DeepSeek moment.
  • Mon, February 3, 2025

by: Wired

The Young, Inexperienced Engineers Aiding Elon Musk's Government Takeover

Engineers between 19 and 24, most linked to Musk's companies, are playing a key role as he seizes control of federal infrastructure.

by: NextBigFuture

SpaceX Version 3 Starship and Version 3 Starlink Both Arrive in 2025

SpaceX Starship V3 will be 20-30 meters taller with a proposed height of 140 to 150 meters. This increase in height is aimed at accommodating more propellant,

by: Indiatimes

Assam CEE 2025: Registration opens on February 5, exam on April 27, check details here

Assam Science and Technology University (ASTU) has announced the exam date for the Combined Entrance Examination (CEE) 2025, scheduled for April 27, 2

by: Forbes

The TikTok Reversal And The Science Of Illogical Medical Decisions

When smart people make irrational choices, we often assume they are acting out of selfishness, stupidity or stubbornness. Neuroscience offers a different explanation.

by: MSN

Artificial intelligence: Harmless by design, transformative or dangerous through human action

by: MSN

IIT Madras launches Bharat cancer genome atlas, check what experts have to say

Ahead of World Cancer Day, The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Madras on Monday launched Bharat cancer genome atlas.Bharat cancer genome atlas will "help identify cancer-specific biomarkers in India to enable early detection of breast cancers and identify novel drug targets for developing better treatment strategies specific to the Indian population.

by: MSN

NASA's LEXI imager will provide the first-ever global images of Earth's magnetosphere

by: MSN

Camille Villar bats for computer programming in elementary education

Senatorial aspirant Camille Villar has proposed a groundbreaking initiative to incorporate programming and computer science into the elementary education curriculum. Inspired by the United Kingdom's (UK) model,

by: MSN

GATE Expected Cut Off 2025: Check Subject Wise and Category-Wise Qualifying Marks Here

The Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE) 2025 is one of the most competitive exams for engineering and science graduates. Conducted by IIT Roorkee, the exam determines eligibility for M.Tech admissions,

by: MSN

Quantum Experiment Reveals Light Exists in Dozens of Dimensions

A paradox at the heart of quantum physics has been tested in an extraordinary fashion, pushing the boundaries of human intuition beyond breaking point by measuring a pulse of light in 37 dimensions. Led by scientists from the University of Science and Technology of China,

by: MSN

IISER Application 2025 Registration Starts on March 5 at iiseradmission.in, Check Details Here

The Indian Institute of Science Education and Research (IISER) has officially released the information brochure for the much-anticipated IISER Entrance Exam 2025. Aspiring candidates eager to secure a seat in the prestigious BS-MS dual degree programme or the four-year BS programme (offered exclusively at IISER Bhopal for Engineering and Economic Sciences) should mark their calendars registrations open on March 5 and close on April 15.

by: MSN

Southeast Asia looks to nuclear power to supercharge energy transition

Southeast Asia's only nuclear power plant, completed four decades ago in Bataan, about 40 miles from the Philippine capital Manila, was built in the 1970s but left idle due to safety concerns and corruption.

by: MSN

GATE Expected Cut Off 2025: Subject and Category-Wise Qualifying Marks

The Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE) 2025 is one of the most competitive exams for engineering and science graduates. Conducted by IIT Roorkee, the exam determines eligibility for M.Tech admissions,

Local high school students participate in hands-on surgery simulation

Twenty to thirty students from underrepresented backgrounds practiced simulated joint replacement surgery, bone fracture repair, and more taught by orthopaedic surgeons from URMC's Department of Orthopaedics.
The article from WHEC News discusses a unique educational event at the University of Rochester Medical Center where local high school students participated in a hands-on surgery simulation. This event, part of the URMC's Mini Medical School, allowed students to engage in realistic surgical scenarios, including suturing and using surgical tools on models. The simulation aimed to provide students with insights into the medical field, offering them a chance to explore potential career paths in medicine through practical experience. The program not only enhances their understanding of surgical procedures but also encourages interest in STEM fields by giving them direct exposure to medical professionals and real-life medical environments.

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